| | |  | Books | Home » » » This is Paris | | | | | | | Description: | | Following on the runaway success of This is New York, Universe is thrilled to reissue two more titles from M. Sasek's beloved children's travel series: This is London and This is Paris. Like This is New York and This is San Francisco, This is London and This is Paris are facsimile editions of Sasek's original titles. His brilliant, vibrant illustrations have been meticulously preserved and remain true to his vision. With the passing of time facts have been updated where applicable in the back of each book. Perfect souvenirs with timely and nostalgic appeal, the books have an elegant, classic look and delightful narrative that will charm both children and their parents, many of whom will remember them from their own childhood.
This is London, first published in 1959, presents impressions of London with its beautiful buildings, historic monuments, bridges, parks, shops and Piccadilly Circus, black cabs, Horse Guards, and famed Underground. This is Paris, first published in 1959, brings Paris, one of the most exciting cities in the world, to life. There are famous buildings, beautiful gardens, cafés, and the Parisians-artists, concierges, flower girls, and even thousands of cats. Take a tour along the banks of the Seine, through the galleries of the Louvre, and to the top of the Eiffel Tower.
| | | Product Details: | | | Author:
| Miroslav Sasek | | Hardcover:
| 64 pages | | Publisher:
| Universe | | Publication Date:
| April 24, 2004 | | Language:
| English | | ISBN:
| 0789310635 | | Product Length:
| 9.12 inches | | Product Width:
| 0.6 inches | | Product Height:
| 12.6 inches | | Product Weight:
| 1.59 pounds | | Package Length:
| 12.28 inches | | Package Width:
| 8.98 inches | | Package Height:
| 0.71 inches | | Package Weight:
| 1.54 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
| based on 17 reviews |
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50 of 51 found the following review helpful:
Brilliant, lovely children's book - a classicJun 11, 2004
By Matthew G. Belge This book, and the entire series of books by Miroslav Sasek, are just wonderful. The story introduces children (ideally from ages of about 3 - 7) to the magic of Paris. The book evokes a sense of wonder, while relaying facts about Paris that children will find very captivating. We see things like Notre Dame, a ticket to ride the Metro, and a gendarme. The illustrations are just lovely, done in a style that helps provide a leaping off point for imagining even more about the story. A marvel of brilliance masquerading as simplicity! The book has been in print for nearly 50 years, and deserves it place along with other children's classics of the city like "Make Way for Ducklings."
25 of 25 found the following review helpful:
I wish they made books like this stillMay 03, 2004
By Vandarren A beautiful reprint of this classic. M. Sasek is one of my favorite childrens book illustrators. This book takes you back to Paris in 1959. The drawings are really stylish. This book is a real treat. Check out the London, New York and San Fransisco books as well.
7 of 7 found the following review helpful:
This is Paris by Miroslav SasekJan 12, 2008
By K. Beauchamp
"Lover of all things French"
This book has created a fabulous insight into the world of travel for my children. It has compelled us all to take a language course in French and to travel here and put our dreams into reality. It has planted the seed of intrigue and wonderment to which my children seek out this book to read at bedtime.
5 of 5 found the following review helpful:
Charrmin Introduction to Paris for YoungstersMay 09, 2008
Written and drawn in 1959 this children's book taught me a thing or two about a city I thought I already knew a lot about. The pictures and scenes are wonderful in bright colors and include most of the major sites in Paris from "le metro" to Montmartre and the Champs Elysees.
There have been a few of the drawings, or accompanying text, that have been asterisked to reflect the changes that have occurred in Paris since 1959 but if you are taking young ones over I highly recommend this book as a way to make some of what they will see a little more understandable for them.
4 of 4 found the following review helpful:
Great for Children and AdultsSep 11, 2009
By Tom Triumph
"Tom Triumph"
We bought this book as we got our two and six year old boys psyched for Paris, but wound up falling in love with the book ourselves. Dated, sure, but so is Paris.
The best part was when we got back, because so many of the small things we did were in there (like boats in the fountain!). A great book for everyone.
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